Top Shop PS1 box art

PlayStation · Board, Card & Party

Top Shop

Deep cut

SystemPlayStation
Released1998
GenreBoard, Card & Party
DeveloperKID
PublisherKID
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 4

Released for the PlayStation in 1998, Top Shop is a board, card or party game developed by KID.

It landed about 3 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1998 include Metal Gear Solid, Resident Evil 2 and Tomb Raider II. Among the 15 PS1 board, card & party games in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.

KID also made Ski Air Mix for the PS1.

Top Shop supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want action or story rather than tabletop-style play

What playing Top Shop is like

Board, card, quiz and party games bring tabletop classics and social games to the screen, from chess and mahjong to trivia and casino games.

Tip for newcomers: These games are usually best with company; check how many players are supported before game night.

Top Shop gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Top Shop walkthroughs & guides

Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Top Shop.

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Playing PS1 games today

PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.

Top Shop FAQ

When did Top Shop come out on the PS1?

Top Shop was released for the PlayStation in 1998.

Who made Top Shop?

It was developed by KID.

Is Top Shop multiplayer?

Yes. Top Shop supports up to 2 players.

How long does Top Shop take to play?

As a board, card or party game, Top Shop typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Top Shop on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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